Test Equipment Engineer

The Test Engineer II is responsible for developing, designing, and programming electrical and automated test equipment and software for new products and engineering testing. This role involves troubleshooting test equipment and products, designing and modifying test fixtures, control circuits, and instrumentation, and developing test methods to ensure products meet required performance specifications. The engineer will collaborate with product design engineers and facility and test engineering managers to develop testing procedures, document test results, and support the installation and integration of new test equipment. The position requires adherence to health, safety, and environmental standards, with flexibility to work evening or night shifts and additional hours during peak business periods.

Test Engineer II Job Responsibilities

• Troubleshooting of test equipment and products.
• Drafts proposals for testing programs and operating procedures; outlines the specific testing conditions to be applied.
• Modifies test fixtures, control circuits, and instrumentation.
• Design new test fixtures, control circuits, and instrumentation for testers for new products and engineering testing.
• Program test computers to automate/control tests and record test data for new products and engineering testing.
• Work with product design engineers to develop test methods to ensure that specification performance requirements are met.
• Write clear and complete test procedures, instructions, and test reports.
• Work with the facility manager and test engineering manager in assessing and modifying facility infrastructure when installing new test equipment.
• Adhere to safe work practices and contribute to the evolution of health, safety, and environmental program and culture.
• Other duties may be assigned.
• Evening/night hours may be required.
• Extra hours may be required during business peaks.

Test Engineer II Job Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to discuss product flaws in a constructive and positive manner.
• Excellent technical writing skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent troubleshooting and repair skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software to prepare test reports and proposals

Education and/or Experience

• A Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent is required and a minimum of five (5) years of related (aerospace) work experience.
• In lieu of a Bachelor’s degree, an Associate’s degree in Engineering, or equivalent, and a minimum of seven (7) years of related (aerospace) work experience

Preferred Skills

• Proficient in LABView.
• Proficient in additional programming languages (C++, Python, etc).
• Understanding of aircraft power generation.
• Strong Troubleshooting skills.